Psychologist Lee Chambers has advice on five unique activities to improve brain health and stave off dementia. One of the best things to do is to fall in love, although this may not be easy to control. Dr. Rachel Allen adds that socialization with friends and family promotes brain health. Puzzles, such as jigsaws and Sudoku, can improve cognitive function, and learning a new language has benefits as well. Physical activities such as dancing can improve brain health, as they require coordination and the memorization of a routine. Meditation is an activity that can regenerate our brain and help us sleep. On the negative side, watching too much TV has been associated with lower cognitive function.
Key Takeaways:
- The positive emotions involved when falling in love are great for your brain.
- Psychologist Lee Chambers mentions jigsaws and Sudoku as healthy brain activities, as well as learning a new language.
- He further says that dancing strengthens our minds as well as our bodies.
“Chartered counselling psychologist, Dr Rachel Allan, added that socialisation is key in promoting brain health too, which includes friendships and time with family.”
